Senator Dick Durbin

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It has been 157 years since the passage of the Thirteenth Amendment. While we have come a long way in that time, we are still fighting to abolish slavery in all forms, including forced labor. #EndTheException — PolitiTweet.org

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Thanks to @USAmbUN's leadership, the UN has acted in response to Putin's unprovoked & illegal war against Ukraine. Today, we discussed Ukraine’s resilience & holding Putin accountable as well as the security situation in Haiti, the peace agreement in Ethiopia, & violence in DRC. https://t.co/LKYEbxpkPo — PolitiTweet.org

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#OnThisDay we celebrate the 65th anniversary of the Montgomery bus boycott, a pivotal moment in the modern civil rights movement and one of the earliest demonstrations in our country of the power of nonviolent resistance. https://t.co/rl2GKcdYDM — PolitiTweet.org

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I support @EPA's proposal to close the minimum use loophole for companies using PFAS. This will require facilities to report their use of toxic PFAS & help protect public health & the environment through comprehensive tracking of all contaminant sources. https://t.co/mhXbZScGnv — PolitiTweet.org

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I’m speaking live on the Senate floor about the incredible legacy of @ILSecOfState Jesse White. https://t.co/GAWb9Eri2m — PolitiTweet.org

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As author of the Dream Act, I applaud every good faith effort to give these deserving individuals a path to citizenship. I’ve been in touch w/ my colleagues & will carefully review their proposal. I'm determined to do everything to help deliver a Christmas Miracle for Dreamers. — PolitiTweet.org

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One cannot both swear to “uphold and defend” our Constitution and call for its “termination.” Donald Trump continues to disqualify himself from any future consideration for the Presidency. https://t.co/GSGw9Q5WBg — PolitiTweet.org

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Happy Birthday to the greatest state in the nation, Illinois! The Prairie State—and the Land of Lincoln—became the 21st state on this day in 1818. https://t.co/VFBRBKZU5F — PolitiTweet.org

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Increasing competition in the credit card industry will help reduce fees and inflation at the checkout counter. Small businesses deserve relief from excessive swipe fees & Congress must take action to bring competition and fairness to this broken market. https://t.co/SbgINMTuyg — PolitiTweet.org

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By making E15 available year-round, the Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act will help Illinois drivers save money at the pump by choosing low-carbon & home-grown ethanol, support Illinois farmers, and reduce our dependence on OPEC. — PolitiTweet.org

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Today I joined @USDOT, @RepBobbyRush, @chicagosmayor, & other community leaders to celebrate the $20M in federal RAISE grant funding for the Englewood Nature Trail. This fed investment in a historically underserved area will serve as a backbone for recreation in the community. — PolitiTweet.org

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The implosion of FTX has shown that we must provide financial regulators with adequate resources to effectively regulate the crypto industry. Hardworking Americans who invest in crypto should receive the same protections as traditional financial products. https://t.co/gLHf0ZEnmO — PolitiTweet.org

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I met w/ the Springfield NAACP & religious leaders to discuss my efforts to declare the 1908 Springfield Race Riot site a unit of the National Park Service. The NAACP was formed as a result of this tragedy & the site would be a reminder of our commitment to promote justice. https://t.co/5Qr6MRzwfj — PolitiTweet.org

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Renowned particle physicist Dr. Helen Edwards dedicated 40 years of her life to expanding our understanding of particle physics. I can't think of a worthier namesake for @Fermilab's new research center. I intro'd a bill to ensure the center bears her name. https://t.co/Mr2OPjrl4i — PolitiTweet.org

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I'm pleased that @JudiciaryDems advanced the nom of Lindsay Jenkins to fill a judicial vacancy in the Northern District of IL. Her qualifications will strengthen our federal bench. @SenDuckworth & I will continue to guide her nomination thru until she is confirmed by the Senate. — PolitiTweet.org

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.@JudiciaryDems today advanced a number of highly qualified nominees whose commitment to the rule of law and depth of experience will benefit the court. https://t.co/hL2df4R8OD — PolitiTweet.org

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I'm disappointed that not enough of my R colleagues supported bill to increase paid sick leave for rail workers, but I’m relieved that we came together quickly to pass the labor agreement to prevent a rail strike—which would have devastated the economy & put millions out of work. — PolitiTweet.org

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I’m speaking live on the Senate floor on the untold horrors of Putin’s cruel war in Ukraine. https://t.co/2oLJS6kTPi — PolitiTweet.org

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It was great to meet w/ @JNelsonLDF who clerked in my home state of IL in the 90s. We spoke about our shared priorities, including advancing highly-qualified fed judges to the bench before EOY. I’m thankful for her leadership at the @NAACP_LDF & look forward to working with her. — PolitiTweet.org

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With the Proprietary Education Interagency Oversight Coordination Improvement Act, we can empower students. My bill would create an interagency committee to improve oversight over for-profit colleges & help students understand their educational options. https://t.co/x8FGLAZMzX — PolitiTweet.org

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For too long, #4profit colleges have raked in billions of dollars in federal student aid while providing students with mountains of student loan debt and nearly meaningless degrees. We cannot let this industry continue to prey on students without proper federal oversight. — PolitiTweet.org

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This conviction is historic & underscores the gravity of what happened on Jan 6, 2021. It was not a political demonstration. It was an effort to overturn the election. I hope this conviction makes it clear that the American people aren’t going to stand for Donald Trump's Big Lie. — PolitiTweet.org

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I’m speaking live on the Senate floor about the collapse of FTX and the risks of cryptocurrencies. https://t.co/uQ4tLYk8u4 — PolitiTweet.org

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I was honored to introduce then-Senator Barack Obama on a very cold Saturday in February of 2007 outside the Old State Capitol building, as he officially announced his bid for President. It was on that day more than 15 years ago when “hope” was reintroduced to American politics. https://t.co/6Mp9Pulm1J — PolitiTweet.org

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A rail strike would be devastating to the American economy and put millions of Americans out of work. Congress needs to move quickly in conjunction with the White House to resolve this issue for working families & businesses. — PolitiTweet.org

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I urge my colleagues in the House to support the agreement @POTUS helped broker between labor unions & railroad companies, as well as the separate bill that increases paid sick leave for union rail workers, & send these bills to the Senate ASAP so we can take them up quickly. — PolitiTweet.org

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I'm concerned that the proposed Kroger-Albertsons merger will not help access to healthy, affordable food in rural & urban areas. Too often, consolidation leaves behind those communities most in need. — PolitiTweet.org

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Today, the Senate stood up to Justice Thomas’ radical, regressive vision for America with passage of the Respect for Marriage Act. Thank you to the millions of Americans who shared stories about what it would mean to have another fundamental constitutional right stripped away. — PolitiTweet.org

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Americans assume that @USDA-licensed dog breeders hold high standards for their facilities, but often puppies end up sick from their living conditions. Today, I urged @SecVilsack to update standards for breeding facilities to meet guidelines proposed in my Puppy Protection Act. https://t.co/Cddqbptkho — PolitiTweet.org

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I hope today's vote on the Senate floor makes it clear that we are here to protect civil rights. We must protect LGBTQ families and ensure they are offered the same stability and dignity all marriages are entitled to. https://t.co/318n4750pD — PolitiTweet.org